Hi,
Xanax is alprazolam which belongs to the group of medications known as
benzodiazepine is used to treat panic attacks, anxiety disorders, insomnia etc. Common side effects of xanax are drowsiness, dizziness, memory impairment, loss of balance, loss of concentration, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, sweating, irritability, difficulty in sleeping, constipation, slurred speech, GIT upset, weight gain, appetite changes, dryness of mouth, loss of libido, stuffy nose, suicidal tendency, trouble breathing,
muscle weakness etc.
Sudden quitting xanax can cause dangerous
withdrawal symptoms like delirium, seizures, panic attacks,
hallucinations, depression, anxiety, sweating, tremors,
hyperventilation, insomnia, rapid heartbeat etc. The best way to avoid a difficult withdrawal is to slowly taper down the dose of xanax into smaller doses
over the course of several weeks.
Take care. Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General and Family Physician,